Lowell Catholic praised in reaccreditation report

LOWELL -- After an intensive self-study process involving the entire school community, the New England Association of Schools and Colleges reaccredited Lowell Catholic with the highest possible marks across all aspects of academics and student life.

In particular, NEASC commended Lowell Catholic "for its exemplary commitment to live the mission, thus creating a school community that cultivates a genuine atmosphere of care and respect."

The agency also commented in its report: "The tremendous growth in enrollment and the forward-looking proactive approach toward school improvement are a reflection of the commitment to the students, as Lowell Catholic helps them Excel, Prepare, Live."

Head of School Maryellen DeMarco is proud of the accomplishments of the Lowell Catholic school community.

"The NEASC reaccreditation affirms that Lowell Catholic is a strong institution offering the best possible education to our students in a caring, values-based environment," DeMarco said. "The process offered us an opportunity to evaluate the school as a whole and develop a strategic plan to improve the school even further."

Additional commendations from the NEASC visiting committee noted that "the dynamic and forward looking leadership ... is clearly the driving force behind much of the school's success," and that "a sense of 'school as family' was frequently noted and observed.

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The action plan recommended by NEASC will be implemented over the coming year as the school embarks on a new pre-kindergarten through 12th-grade model. Among the noted improvements for the future will be to expand the current facilities for students, enhance the support available for students who speak English as a second language, and continue to offer resources for professional development.

With the new plans in place for the years ahead, the reaccreditation confirms Lowell Catholic future as a strengthened, sustainable institution that delivers quality Catholic education to Greater Lowell.

If you or your student would like to learn more about attending Lowell Catholic, contact Kristina Hills, dean of admissions, at Khills@lowellcatholic.org. Lowell Catholic is accepting applications for pre-K through 12th grade for the 2016-2017 academic year.

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